THE REFUGE OF HOPE 7566 Hwy. 84W Quitman, Ga. 31643 ______________ ________________________________ ________________________________ ________________________________ Dear Mr. _____________________, Thank you for your interest in coming to the Refuge of Hope. We are excited to be a part of God’s plan of min-istry in these times. The program we have at the Refuge of Hope will focus on Christian discipleship, education and job training. Because of limited space, persons with no other place to go will be given priority. Certain restrictions have been placed on us. At this time we will not be able to accept those with sexual of-fences, some violent crimes and those who have health problems requiring constant care or mental health issues. There may be a time in the future where some or all of these restrictions are lifted depending on staff and funding. The program at the Refuge of Hope is intense but the benefits are enormous. Your stay can be the equivalent of a $15,000 scholarship. Besides you will be in the most loving, Christian environment that we can provide. We will, however, require careful observance of all rules and regulations. 1. Do you have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ? _________________ If so, explain what that means to you. _________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________ 2. Have you ever been arrested for or convicted of a sexual crime in Georgia or any other state? _________________ 3. Have you ever been classified as mental health- now or in the past? If so, please explain. ________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ 4. Due to past problems we do not take anyone who is ‘maxing out’. Do you have a minimum of 9 months between your TPM date and your max out date?__________ 5. Do you have any medical conditions-(TB, HIV, Hepatitis, venereal disease, heart condition, diabetes, etc.)_______________________________________________________________________________ 6. Do you take any medication? If so please list. _______________________________________ 7. Are you handicapped in any way or would you be on disability were you not incarcerated?_______ 8. Do you use any tobacco products now? _______________________ Have you used any tobacco products in the past? _____ What? _____________ Date of last use? _________________ How much? ___________________________ 9. Are you married ________ single _______ divorced ______. Do you have a girlfriend or mother of your children?_____ Who? __________________ Date of last contact (call, letter, visit) ____________________________________ In His Service, Bonnie and Andy Squires
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THE REFUGE OF HOPE
7566 Hwy. 84W Quitman, Ga. 31643 ______________
________________________________
________________________________
________________________________ Dear Mr. _____________________,
Thank you for your interest in coming to the Refuge of Hope. We are excited to be a part of God’s plan of
min-istry in these times. The program we have at the Refuge of Hope will focus on Christian
discipleship, education and job training. Because of limited space, persons with no other place to go
will be given priority.
Certain restrictions have been placed on us. At this time we will not be able to accept those with sexual
of-fences, some violent crimes and those who have health problems requiring constant care or mental
health issues. There may be a time in the future where some or all of these restrictions are lifted
depending on staff and funding.
The program at the Refuge of Hope is intense but the benefits are enormous. Your stay can be the
equivalent of a $15,000 scholarship. Besides you will be in the most loving, Christian environment that
we can provide. We will, however, require careful observance of all rules and regulations.
1. Do you have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ? _________________
If so, explain what that means to you. _________________________________________________
4. Due to past problems we do not take anyone who is ‘maxing out’. Do you have a minimum of
9 months between your TPM date and your max out date?__________
5. Do you have any medical conditions-(TB, HIV, Hepatitis, venereal disease, heart condition, diabetes,
etc.)_______________________________________________________________________________ 6. Do you take any medication? If so please list. _______________________________________
7. Are you handicapped in any way or would you be on disability were you not incarcerated?_______
8. Do you use any tobacco products now? _______________________ Have you used any tobacco products in the
past? _____
What? _____________ Date of last use? _________________ How much? ___________________________
9. Are you married ________ single _______ divorced ______. Do you have a girlfriend or mother of your
children?_____
Who? __________________ Date of last contact (call, letter, visit) ____________________________________
In His Service,
Bonnie and Andy Squires
APPLICATION FOR THE REFUGE OF HOPE Personal History Name ______________________________________________SS#__________________
(first) (middle) (last)
2. List all alias names or alternate SS #’s used. Use back for extra room.
I have reviewed the inmates files and found the above information to be accurate.
Counselor’s Signature_____________________
Date: __________________
THIS FORM MUST BE RETURNED BY THE COUNSELOR IN A SEPARATE ENVELOPE!
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Covenant Agreement with the Refuge of Hope We understand that our most important mission is to enter into a
covenant agreement that includes an explanation of our mutual spiritual
goals. We are, first and foremost, a Christian ministry. Your signature on
this document signifies your understanding and willingness to come to
and enter a Christian environment. While we are inter-denominational in
nature we do not have staff or means to take each individual to their
preferred denominational church of choice. Our desire is to provide you
an environment to focus on your spiritual needs and grow spiritually.
Some questions concerning the implementation of this statement have
oc-curred, so we will try to clarify them.
1. All classes are taught from the Biblical viewpoint regardless of the
material being covered.
2. Instructors come from various denominational backgrounds. Currently
our instructors include the following denominations: Baptist, Methodist,
Church of God, and Independent. Instructors are not required to teach
anything other than their own beliefs, however, we do not require that
anyone who comes to the program believe the way they are taught. How
ever, non–Christian doctrines are not allowed to be part of discussions in
any classes.
3. We have not tried to hide our purpose to help those who profess to be
Christians or to teach Christian doctrine. We are not funded by the state
or federal government. We are totally funded by Christain churches,
individuals and companies.
4. When attending services everyone attends the same church at the
same
time. This allows staff or board members to make sure that rules are
being followed. We have visited approximately 30 different churches
and have had another 150 various ministers speak at our chapel. These
churches and ministers have been from various denominations. The
ministers and churches cross almost all races and ethnicities in our area.
5. We are restricted somewhat by distance and trained staff.
6. When visiting various churches respect is required by the resident but
participation or agreement with doctrine is not required.
It is true that we provide food and shelter and opportunities for
education and jobs but we are not a “half-way house”. We are a “whole-
way house”. We want to allow you the opportunity to find wholeness
through the love of Christ and the love of our volunteers.This program
requires nine months minimum time. (Init.__)
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If you desire only to get out of prison, you will come only to find rules,
regulations and schedules. These are facts of every persons life– in or
out of prison. Freedom comes when we are made free through Christ.
We are not a state funded transi-tional program. We are not under any
obligation other than the commands of Christ.
We ask that you submit to us as those who care for your souls. We take
very seriously our instructions from Christ. We have no other motive
except to love you as Christ loves you. We don’t have time and more
importantly have no desire to be “hall monitors”- do this, don’t do that.
We can and will, however, if necessary. Should you prove to be one of
those who require constant correction, however, or if you fail to show a
cooperative attitude, we will have no choice but to terminate your stay at
the Refuge of Hope. As we understand it, failure to complete the pro-
gram will result in a violation of your parole. We can provide three
things for you– accountability, structure and discipline. But we cannot
accomplish the spiritual goals we all have without your permission and
complete cooperation. Please consider these things carefully. If you have
any problems participating in Christian activities (various
denominations), if you are not serious about spiritual growth (not just
intellectual knowledge but everyday living), or if you want to come to
the program with only the desire to rush through and get out, please do
not sign this document or continue your pursuit of acceptance to the
Refuge of Hope.
I have read the above covenant statement and it is my desire to come and
par-ticipate in the program at the Refuge of Hope.
____________________________
Resident Covenant Agreement with the Refuge of Hope:
Page 3 I agree to abide by the policies governing the program and the rules of the house realizing that non-
compliance will
result in disciplinary action or dismissal.
A. Immediate dismissal:
1. Leaving the Refuge of Hope property or work/school location.
2. Possession of a weapon.
3. Physical abuse of any staff member or other resident. Disputes will be thoroughly investigated,
determined by the board and reviewed in a community meeting.
4. Stealing from staff, other residents or the Refuge is forbidden.
5. Bringing illegal drugs or alcohol on the property.
6. Sexual activity is not permitted. The resident will not be allowed to begin or seek relationships
with females while at the Refuge. No contact is allowed with females by letters, phone calls, visitation,
or other means other than proven family members. No homosexual or overt sexual activity will be
tolerated.
7. Terrorist threats can be grounds for immediate dismissal if proven.
8. Residents must carry out all verbal or written instructions/requests from the Refuge staff. Failing to
carry out these instructions is a violation of the program rules and regulations and will result in dismissal.
9. An accumulation of 10 disciplinary reports.
Note:
Violation of any program rule will be reported to your parole officer and may be considered as a
parole violation as well.
The Refuge of Hope staff will call legal authorities and charges will be made against any resident
who commits any illegal act. This will include theft from the Refuge or other Refuge residents or
staff members. Also, anyone bringing any drugs or alcohol onto the property of the Refuge or
it’s vehicles, or any vehicles, personal or otherwise that enters the Refuge property.
Audio visual equipment is installed in the dorm and other buildings on the property. These may
be visible or hidden. B. Other rules resulting in disciplinary report, fines, jail time and/or possible dismissal
.
(Fines can range from $50 to $500. Should the parole officer recommend jail time,
the Refuge will determine whether the resident returns to the program. )
1. Cooperate fully with the staff. Refusal to follow instructions, attempts to disrupt class, complaining
And causing discord with others at the Refuge will be a sign that you were not serious when you
Committed to come to the Refuge and change your life with Christ’s help. As soon as we recognize
These signs we will take disciplinary action that can lead to dismissal from the program.
2. Attend and participate in all program meetings and workshops.
3. Meet with Refuge administrations as required.
4. Work toward your personal short-term and long-term goals.
5. Meet established deadlines.
6. Follow the three phases of progress at the Refuge. I understand that I will be assessed before
proceeding to the next stage.
Persons with repeat problems or who otherwise do not show real
progress in attitude or actions may be dismissed at this point. FRESH START
-The first four months is a probationary period. Activities off campus will be group lead
activities and supervision is required constantly. Classes outlined must be taken and completed. Residents
will not sleep in class or in any other manner disrupt the class. Class participation is required.
Residents will not proceed to the next level until the board reviews and approves this step.
SEEKING GOD’S PLAN
– Approximately three months. During this time you begin an outside job,
begin 4 hour/8 hour passes. (See pass rules.) You can be unsupervised if you remain on Refuge of Hope
property, during educational classes and, of course, at work. During work/school hours any change in
Schedule (leaving early, change of plans) must be reported. If a phone is unavailable stay at your assigned
Location until transportation arrives. _________(Initials) Covenant Agreement with the
Refuge of Hope: Page 4 NEW BEGINNINGS
-(After seven months) You continue to work. We help you with plans to leave the
Refuge. A job, home and place of worship is sought in the area of your choice. You may purchase a car
and drive it provided you have a valid driver’s license and insurance.You must log in and out of the
property. You will be allowed adequate driving time to and from work.Stops other than for fuel without
prior approval is not acceptable .Final curfew for drivers is 6:30 pm unless pre-approved for work or
class. Keys must be kept at the Refuge admin.office at night. Vehicles will be regularly inspected. Failure
to follow the rules & time limitations & attend required activities will result in revocation of these privy
leges. You will be eligible for 24/48 hour passes.(Of course, all rules of the Refuge must be upheld while
on campus or off campus.)
7. Attend morning prayer and devotion every morning.
8. Church on Sunday and other scheduled Bible Studies or weekly services must be attended.
9. Until you go to work you will be advanced
(loaned) the $30 parole fee each month and $5 per week
should you not have any other gifts or income. We will also advance uncovered medical expenses and
other absolutely necessary expenses that cannot wait until a job is obtained. All gifts and income must
be reported. Once you have a source of income, you may keep $20 per week for personal expense. You
will pay 10% weekly to the Refuge of Hope for program expenses. We consider this to be tithe.
The balance will be placed in an escrow account to pay fines, fees, child support and save money
towards housing, driver’s license, and transportation. Since we are bearing the expense of
shelter and food (except where government programs can assist with these expenses), we reserve
the right to make sure that savings are spent for these stated expenses. Signed receipts will be given
and money is held in an established trust fund for the individual.
10. No resident will be allowed to be self-employed during the program. Also those paid by cash must
have
the employer turn in a document with each pay period showing the hours worked, amount paid and signed
by the employer. Parole policy says that full time employment is 33+ hours per week.
11. Due to abuse of the program the board has made the following changes to the financial requirements.
A. The Refuge will assess a $400 per month fee for every resident. This will be shown as a deduction on
the residents financial record. However if a person completes the program this debt will be
forgiven. This is a gift to the resident who completes the program. If a person leaves or is dismissed before completion of the program the $400 monthly fee will be
deducted from
any assets at the Refuge. If a balance is due, legal action will be taken to assure payment of balances
owed.
B. If a person absconds, any personal property will become the property of the Refuge of Hope. If a
person returns
to jail while at the Refuge of Hope they will have 30 days to have their personal property picked up.
C. The resident will be required to pay a $50 one time room maintenance fee upon leaving the Refuge.
12. Residents are not allowed to sell, barter, loan or trade anything.
13. Make every effort to live in harmony with the other residents. Persons causing discord among the
residents of the program will not be tolerated.
14. Verbal abuse of staff or other residents is forbidden.
15. Alcohol and illegal drugs are forbidden. Random drug tests can be required. Failure to pass a drug test
and/or obvious intoxication could result in dismissal or restarting the program in Phase 1.
16. No use of tobacco products is permitted. This applies on or off the premises.
The first infraction of
This rule will result in (1) DR. The second infraction will result in (5) DR’s. The third infraction of
this rule will require automatic dismissal or restarting the program in Phase 1.
17. You must fill out a call/visitors/mail list. Only those approved persons on the list will be allowed
Visitation (after 30 days), mail privileges, or phone calls to or from you.
Personal
phone calls are limited to 15 minutes no more than twice a week.
18. All mail coming to or leaving the property must come through administration
and will be opened
and inspected when coming in or going out. No post office boxes or sending/receiving mail at any
other address. Failure can result in dismissal.
___________(Initials) Covenant Agreement with the Refuge of Hope
Page 5 19. NO CELL PHONES ALLOWED!
20. ALL RULES OF THE REFUGE apply to anyone who might be allowed to visit you at the Refuge.
NO VISITORS ALLOWED WITHOUT EXPRESS PERMISSION. All visitors will be required to
show ID and log in at the office. 21. We will provide transportation to and from work at appropriate times. A cost of 20 cents @ mile is
charged for out of town transportation. (This can be adjusted as gas cost rises or goes down
.)
Transportation will be provided to and from Refuge required activities. Any other transportation may be
provided if deemed necessary for the health and well being of the resident and if practical for the Refuge
staff. The cost of this transportation must be paid for by the resident.
22. All prescribed and over the counter medication must be surrendered to the director for monitoring.
Some
standard medication may be issued weekly. The resident must request a 24 hour dosage of all other medi
cation by 7:30 PM each evening, All medication will be logged out and signed for.
23. The Refuge of Hope will require that each resident sign a document giving the Refuge and it’s
authorized
staff permission to obtain any and all medical records that pertain to the resident from hospitals, doctors,
pharmacies and other service providers. This document will also give the Refuge of Hope access to
information concerning any legal matters that are active during the term of their residency. The term of
this document will expire upon completion or dismissal from the program.
24. Curfew- All residents are required to observe curfew. Sunday through Thursday, curfew is 10:00 PM.
Friday and Saturday curfew is 11:00 PM. No one is permitted to leave the residence without express
permission. The television must be off and bedrooms are to be quiet after curfew.
25. You will have work assigned each day and must be completed.
26. You will be required to sign a release of indemnity form holding the Refuge of Hope harmless in case
of
injury or illness.
21. Should you have complaints or requests you must fill out the available forms, they will be reviewed
by
the board and you will receive a reply.
22. All volunteers are required to report disciplinary problems, complaints or requests to the
administration.
Volunteers may not give the residents anything or receive anything from a resident except as designated
by the Refuge at Christmas or graduation.
23. Credit for completion of classes will not be given for attendance only but must include cooperation
and
participation.
24. Weekly and weekend menus and grocery lists must be turned in by Friday at supper for the next week.
Failure to do so in writing will automatically result in a DR.
24. On occasion you may be required after assessment to have special sessions with counselors or
ministers
regarding specific needs whether they be personal in nature or due to some disciplinary problem. We
reserve the right to alter your classes or program structure after discussion with you to suit your needs.
25. Before graduating from the program any resident wishing to obtain new address and leave the
program
MUST discuss this proposed change with his parole officer at least 15 days prior to the planned departure.
26. Four hours of community service can result in being given a merit. This can be a prescribed activity
by the
Refuge staff or it can be extra duties performed by residents beyond the normal required work schedule.
This could include work on Saturdays when not otherwise scheduled as a work day. Merit can be used to
cancel demerits but cannot cancel automatic dismissal rules.
27. Any resident seeking an extension beyond the normal nine month program period will be required to
petition the board six weeks prior to the end of his program period. The board (minimum of three
members) will meet personally with them and make a determination of their request. If accepted the
resident will be required to sign a covenant extension. Basically the covenant will be the exact same rules
and regulations as before and the resident would be subject to return to DOC custody should they fail to
keep the covenant the same as in the original nine month covenant period. Also they would be required to
pay a sum of approximately $300 per month during the additional time period. __________(initials)
PASSES Page 6
Passes are a privilege not a right. 1. Pre-Requisites
A. Must be completely cooperating in class and work
assignments.
B. Must be pre-approved by parole office for overnight visits.
C. No out of state passes are allowed.
D. Must willingly submit to drug test on return from all passes.
E. Must be an approved environment.
F. Must have a predetermined purpose.
G. Transportation will be the responsibility of the resident.
H. Abuse of times, places and purposes of passes will guarantee
that
no further passes will be granted.
I. Your parole officer will be notified immediately of any infrac-
tion of the pass rules. No exceptions.
J. You must request passes at least two weeks in advance to
allow
for approvals unless a family emergency arises.
K. One family member will be designated to be responsible for
you
while on pass. You should be with this person at all times. They
must go thru orientation before you leave the premises. You
must continue to abide by all rules while on pass.
2. Provisions
A. After 3 months– 4 hour pass– Sat. only– once per month.
B. After 4 months- 8 hour pass- Sat. only- once per month
C. After 5 months– 12 hour pass– Sat. only-once per month
D. After 6 months- 24 hour pass will be allowed from Fri.
(5pm)-
to Sat. (5 pm)- **
E. After 7 months- 48 hour pass will be allowed from Fri.
(5pm)-
to Sun. (5pm) once per month. **
F. After 8 months– 48 hour pass will be allowed from Fri.
(5pm)-
To Sun. (5pm) once. **
** A phone call is required from the resident and responsible
party
upon arrival at destination and before 9:00 am on Sat and/or
Sun. for 24 and 48 hour passes. Additional time may be allowed
for travel or work relocation. _________(Initials)
House Rules Page 7
1. You will have an assigned room. This room will be occupied by yourself and
one other resident. Do not rearrange it or put anything up on the walls.
2. You will be required to keep your room and your personal items clean and neat
at all times.
Hampers will be provided for dirty clothing. Shoes will be stored neatly under the
head of
the bed.
3. You will rotate with other residents on general housekeeping duties and cooking
response bilities (Assigned by the resident manager and approved by staff.)
However, when you
use any part of the house and make a mess YOU are required to clean it up.
4. All articles in the house have “a place”. You will be required to return them to
their place
when you finish using them.
5. YOU must clean the shower, sink or toilet (as needed) after personal use.
Towels, wash-
cloths, soap and any other personal items are to be put away after use. Please limit
your
time in the bathroom to allow everyone opportunity to shower, shave, etc. in a
timely
manner.
6. NO food or eating in the bedrooms or living room.
7. No dishes are to be left in the sink. They should be rinsed and put into the
dishwasher to be
sanitized.
8. Menus and grocery lists will be prepared on Friday for the following week
(Monday
-Sunday). The menu will be cooked each day by those assigned. There will be
plenty of
variety. Should you choose not to eat the assigned meals that is your choice but
you will
not be allowed to prepare other food.
9. CLEAN all appliances after EACH use. Make sure the dryer vent is cleaned
before EACH use.
10. DO NOT overload the washer or dryer or wash a load so small that it is a waste
of
electricity (i.e. a pair of pants and one shirt.). A washing schedule is posted by
room. You
may wash and dry clothes on that day only unless the person in the assigned room
gives
you permission.
11. CONSERVE ENERGY by keeping lights off when not in the room.
12. This is a CHRISTIAN FACILITY. Videos must be approved by staff and
should not be
rated more than PG-13. Television watched should have no profanity, not be
sexually oriented nor contain any references to witchcraft or the occult. The
television
should be kept low enough to be heard in the living room only and should be
turned off
at curfew and when not in use.
14. Music should not contain any profanity, hate language, sexual references.
Therefore, you will only be allowed to listen to Christian music. This applies on or off the
premises.
15. DO NOT go into anyone else’s room. DO NOT “borrow” anything that does
not belong to
you.
16. Each person’s identity and any information shared by them is to be kept
confidential. Do
not disclose any information about residents to anyone outside the residence.. _________(Initials)
House Rules Cont. (Page 8)
17. The dormitory WILL BE QUIET and LIGHTS WILL BE OUT after curfew.
18. Appropriate dress is required at all times.
Work days– Jeans or other work pants with belt fastened at the waist, (this means
the bottom of your belt must be above the highest point of the hip bone) shirt or
t-shirt (No Tanks), work boots or tennis shoes, hat or cap (not inside the building.)
Chapel Services– Jeans, khaki’s, shirt (buttoned or pull over– no t-shirts),
tennis shoes or loafers.
Church Services (off campus)- Dress trousers/ khaki’s– button-up shirt, dress
shoes.
19. Hair must be kept neat and the length should not exceed the collar of a dress
shirt.
No earrings or other jewelry items will be allowed other than a simple gold chain
or
chain with a cross.
20. Due to limited space and availability of clothing and in the interest of treating
each
individual equally clothing will consist of the following-
6 pair of underware, 6 undershirts, 6 pr. of work socks, 3 pair of dress socks,
6 pair of work pants, 6 work shirts or pull overs, 1 pair of dress shoes, 1 pair
of work shoes and one pair of tennis shoes, a work coat, dress coat, a suit &
tie if possible and/or 3 pair of dress pants and 3 dress button-up shirts and a
bath robe. While the Refuge of Hope is not required to provide all of these
items we will make every effort to obtain them for you. They will not all be
new but will be in good usable condition.
21. Everyone is to be out of bed and dressed for the day as scheduled. You must
shower and shave at least once each day (morning or evening as scheduled).
You will be required to wear your bathrobe to and from the shower.
Brush your teeth a minimum of twice per day. Beards/mustaches are
allowed. Please keep neat and clean.
22. REPORT ANY INJURY OR SICKNESS IMMEDIATELY. We want to make
sure that anyone needing medical care is taken care of immediately.
23. The residence is clearly marked with EXITS. Fire extinguishers are provided.
Also a sprinkler system is installed. Please leave immediately if a fire occurs.
Do not attempt to remove personal items. Assemble at the front of the
residence so that everyone can be accounted for..
24. Personal conflicts between residents should be brought to the directors
attention
immediately.
25. Personal vehicles will only be allowed once a valid driver’s license is obtained
and proper insurance is purchased. This step will occur in the NEW BEGIN-
NING phase as your are preparing to leave the Refuge of Hope.
I agree to discuss my situation with my parole officer and depart immediately
from the facility in the event that the staff determines that I am not fulfilling
the terms of my agreement at the Refuge. I have read, understand and agree